Wednesday, March 02, 2005
It only makes sense... (Kudos AARP!)
The AARP launched an online service Monday designed to link workers aged 50 and older with job opportunities from a group of preselected employers -- the latest in AARP's efforts to draw attention to the concerns of an aging work force.
The program, which AARP calls its Workforce Initiative, centers on a Web site that highlights 13 employers, including information about their benefits programs, locations and work conditions. The site also allows members to link to the employers' Web sites for further information or to fill out job applications. Several of the selected employers are also staffing agencies that will attempt to link job searchers with their clients.
"It's easy to say, 'Yes, mature workers are a good thing,' but we wanted to make sure they were committed to making it work," said Emily Allen, assistant director for the Workforce Initiative. Allen wouldn't reveal how many employers applied to participate in the program, but said some applicants were turned down.
READ: Web site to link older workers with jobs
9:51 AM 
